Team Philippines targets improved medal haul in 2026 Asian Beach Games campaign 

The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) has confirmed that Team Philippines is fully prepared for the sixth edition of the Asian Beach Games, scheduled from April 22 to 30 in Sanya.

POC president Abraham Tolentino expressed confidence that all logistical and competitive preparations are in place as the country fields a 101-athlete delegation across multiple disciplines in the continental showcase.

The last edition of the Games, held in Da Nang in 2016, saw Team Philippines collect 21 medals—two gold, four silver, and 15 bronze. With a more experienced pool of athletes this time around, Tolentino believes the country is in a strong position to surpass that tally.

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“Readying ready na. Actually paalis na yung 101 athletes. Kung ano man record natin, I hope we can surpass previous records. Maraming pwedeng pagkunan ng gold. So far, after previous, this delegation will be the stronger siguro no. Last one was ten years ago in Vietnam,” Tolentino said in a media interaction.

Bannering the Philippine campaign is decorated jiu-jitsu standout Annie Ramirez, a two-time Asian Beach Games gold medalist who is expected to lead a seasoned core in Sanya. She will be joined by fellow jiu-jitsu ace Kaila Napolis, alongside key contingents in beach volleyball, 3×3 basketball, triathlon, wrestling, and handball.

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Historically, the Philippines has amassed five gold, 10 silver, and 35 bronze medals in the Asian Beach Games, with jiu-jitsu and other combat sports consistently serving as the country’s strongest medal sources.

Off the field, the POC continues to strengthen its support system for national athletes. On Thursday, April 16, the committee formalized a partnership with Cleantech as its official fuel partner, a move Tolentino described as timely amid a packed international calendar that includes the 2026 Asian Games and the 2028 Olympic Games.

“Very timely kasi marami tayong schedule of events. Lahat po ito kung ano mang tulong, maliit man o malaki, ay siguradong aabot sa ating atleta. Sana umabot ng 2028 kasi taon ng Olympics yun eh. Imagine kahit merong crisis sa Middle East, affected ang oil industry, still they managed to support our athletes. So maraming salamat,” he added.

Cleantech Vice President for Finance Yeana Mercado reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting Filipino athletes, including providing incentives for medal-winning performances.

“Naniniwala kami sa potential ng mga atletang Pilipino. At gusto naming maging part ng journey nila papunta sa LA 2028 Olympics, gusto namin maging parte sa kanilang gagawin. It’s part of our agreement with the POC that there will be incentives for the medalists,” Mercado said.

As the delegation departs for Sanya, expectations remain grounded but optimistic. Armed with a deeper and more experienced lineup, Team Philippines aims not only to surpass its previous medal haul but also to build momentum toward future major competitions on the road to 2028.

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